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Big infra push: H.G Infra sets up SPV for Rs 1,582 crore Ring Road Project in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- In a significant infrastructure boost for Odisha, H.G. Infra Engineering formalised the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary, H.G. Gobindpur Tangi Highway Private Limite... Read More


Sudhir Patra murder: Grief, shock grip Berhampur as probe widens

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- The tragic abduction and murder of Berhampur-based businessman Sudhir Patra has left his fellow volleyball players in deep shock and grief, even as police suspect the involvem... Read More


Odisha reconstitutes Transgender Welfare Board, SSEPD minister appointed chairperson

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- Odishagovernment reconstituted the State Transgender Welfare Board, issuing a fresh notification within two days of cancelling the earlier order, officials said. According to... Read More


Odisha govt plans major overhaul of schemes, non-performing programmes to be discontinued

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- The Odishagovernment decided to undertake a major restructuring of its schemes, with a focus on discontinuing non-performing programmes and streamlining existing initiatives f... Read More


Rathakhala activity gathers pace as chariot construction advances for Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- Construction work for the annual Rath Yatra gathered momentum at the Rathakhala in Puri. Servitors intensified efforts on key components of the three chariots. Work on three ... Read More


Odisha govt announces early summer vacation, all schools to remain closed from April 27

Bhubaneswar, April 24 -- The Odishagovernment on Friday announced early summer vacation for all schools across the state in view of the prevailing intense heatwave conditions. Chief Minister Mohan Maj... Read More


Bahara Chandan Yatra of Lord Jagannath underway in Puri, devotees gather for boat festival

Bhubaneswar, April 23 -- The Bahara Chandan Yatra of Lord Jagannath is currently underway in Puri, with the festival entering its fourth day on Thursday. The annual ritual, which began on the occasion... Read More


Heatwave persists in Odisha, IMD issues yellow warning for 17 districts

Bhubaneswar, April 23 -- Odisha continues to reel under an intense heatwave, with temperatures breaking records across regions from the coast to the western districts. The India Meteorological Departm... Read More


Odisha discontinues professional tax from April 2026 following repeal ordinance

Bhubaneswar, April 23 -- The Odishagovernment issued instructions to discontinue the deduction of professional tax from employees' salaries with effect from April 2026. This followed the repeal of the... Read More


'Impossible after 8 am': How extreme heat is disrupting daily life across cities in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, April 23 -- As temperatures continue to soar across parts of Odisha, residents are struggling to cope with the growing intensity of the summer heat, with daily routines increasingly shape... Read More